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SYLVIE CLAUDETTE MARIE DESROCHERS
Born: Aug 17, 1946
Date of Passing: May 21, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemorySYLVIE CLAUDETTE MARIE DESROCHERS August 17, 1946 - May 21, 2015 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear mother Sylvie. She was predeceased by her husband (Jim) James Robert Lagrou in 1968, her first born son James in 1994 and her loving mother Bertrande Desrochers in 1997. She leaves to cherish her memory son Robert and daughter Wendy Lagrou. Grandchildren, Daniela and Marco Tummillo; sister Louise (Roy); nephews, Jeremy (Regina) and Richard Thurston, and many close friends and family. After graduating from St. Joseph's Academy in 1963, Sylvie was married in 1965, and widowed in 1968 with two young children to raise on her own. She was a natural caregiver, her calling was nursing and in 1980, she proudly graduated at the top of her class from St. Boniface Hospital School of Nursing. Being Valedictorian was one of her greatest honours. Her kindness and compassion touched the hearts and souls of many. Sylvie enjoyed working in her yard, making stained glass and searching garage sales for antiques and collectibles. Her greatest love was for her grandchildren. She took them on many an adventure and never missed a milestone in their lives. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 30, 2015 at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd. Special thank you to the nurses and aides on 5E, your kindness and compassion warmed our mother's heart. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Manitoba Lung Association. AFTERGLOW I'd like the memory of me to be a happy one, I'd like to leave an afterglow Of smiles when life is done. I'd like to leave an echo whispering softly down the ways, Of happy times and laughing times And bright sunny days, I'd like the tears of those who grieve to dry before the sun Of happy memories that I've left Now my life is done. Family and friends may sign a Book of Condolence at www.glenlawn.ca Glen Lawn Funeral Home 204-982-7550
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 27, 2015
Condolences & Memories (13 entries)
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Hi Mom, it has been not yet 3 months since your passing. It feels like a lifetime without you. You have left us with so many memories, yet I still cannot seem to get past never seeing you again. Most days I awake thinking of you, wondering if you are happy and at peace with your loved ones in heaven. Yesterday would have been your 69th birthday, all of your dearest friends were here to celebrate with us. No one will ever replace the hole in my heart that was left by your passing, every day is a struggle. I hope that you are watching over us all, I could sure use a little help right about now. Some things never change hey. Your family misses you terribly. Some days I wish you would have just taken me with you, but I will continue on earth here to fight my demons and carry on. Love you Mom I wont ever forget what a truly wonderful mother and devoted person you were. My life just wont ever be the same without you here Love your girl Wendy - Posted by: Wendy Lagrou (daughter) on: Aug 18, 2015
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It was with heavy heart that I first heard of Sylvie's illness. And of course I hoped for her to be well again, but it was not to be. Winnipeg and the Desrochers extended family will never be the same without you. You touched all our lives with your wisdom, fun, kindness, sense of humour, a one of a kind lady. My condolences to Bobby, Wendy, Daniela and Marco. Your Mother, Grandmother will never be forgotten because we all have our precious memories. With love - Posted by: Denise Desrochers (Cousin) on: Jun 02, 2015
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I remember you fondly Sylvie and regret that we did not meet after our school days. Much love. Laraine - Posted by: Laraine St-Hilaire (classmate and friend of her original family ) on: May 29, 2015
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You are now truly out of pain and breathing easy on the other side of the Pearly Gates Sylvie. It was always a great pleasure to run into you out and about, and I am so glad that I had the pleasure to count you as a friend. I am so glad that I had the opportunity to spend a couple of hours with you two weeks ago, reminiscing good times in our past. My heart felt condolences to Wendy and the rest of your family and friends. You will truly be missed, always remembered with fondness, and Wendy and your grand children, and all of your friends and family can rest assured that you will always be watching over them. PS...put in a good word for me with the All Mighty. - Posted by: David Gledhill (Friend) on: May 28, 2015
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Rest in Peace, Dear Cousin. I always waited in anticipation for you to walk through the door at all our family gatherings; always with a smile, big hugs, lots of stories, and a happy outlook on life. You are loved. Bob, Wendy, Daniela and Marco, my deepest sympathies. Love you guys. xo - Posted by: Tracey Scott (Family) on: May 28, 2015
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Deepest condolences. Rest in peace Sylvia. - Posted by: Darren Mallows () on: May 28, 2015
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Our Sincerest Condolences Wendy & Family. There is no Greater Loss that That of a Mother, And She sure was a Great One, May You find Peace knowing she is always with You, You will feel her when the Sun hits your Face, You will hear her in Songs, and your heart will grow with every Smile of her Memory - Posted by: Caroline & Roger Dufault (Friends) on: May 28, 2015
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My sincere condolence's to both Robert and Wendy and her 2 children and the entire family. Your mother was a special lady, Very kind to me over the years. Many happy memories of visiting on Goulet St and then Dumoulin in my younger years. Rest in peace Sylvie You will be missed. - Posted by: Craig (Guy) Cottrell (Family Friend) on: May 28, 2015
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Sylvie.. A original hippie child . A wonderful spirit ! Kind ,fun ,beautiful . Will be missed always and forever. Grateful to have known Sylvie. RIP - Posted by: Su seneshen (Friend ) on: May 28, 2015
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Wendy, Daniela and Marco with our deepest condolences for the loss of your mother and grandmother. I remember when you kids were little she would spend a lot of time with you and take you to all kind of places all over the city. We all thought how lucky you were. Now she will be your Guardian Angel and watch over you. May she rest in Peace and will never be forgotten. You are in our thoughts - Posted by: Patty, Victoria, Nicholas Toufanidis (Friends) on: May 27, 2015
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With so much love Sylvie we will miss you and all you gave to everyone that came into your life. Your kindness and caring helped many through tough times, you always said it would be alright. Your stories and knowledge will be deeply missed as all of us kids look at you as a mother figure with all the love, guidance and great laughs we needed to keep moving forward. May peace be with you, love for all. - Posted by: Andrea Weber (Friend) on: May 27, 2015
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Sylvie took me under her wing when I arrived in Winnipeg in 1991. She treated me with love, understanding and has the biggest heart I have ever met. She made me part of her family and stood by me for many years. I am not sure I would be alive today if not for Sylvie. I will miss you with all my heart and so will my husband who also had a very close relationship with Sylvie You will be missed but never forgotten - Posted by: Cathy and Frank Sackfield (friend) on: May 27, 2015
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Oh Sylvie, one of a kind without a doubt...your amazing and hilarious stories will be missed... You have touched many and will remain unforgettable. Much love. - Posted by: Sesa & George (Friends ) on: May 27, 2015
